Centenary College of Louisiana Acceptance Rate & Tuition
Centenary College of Louisiana is a private research university in Shreveport, Louisiana, enrolling about 685 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 55.74% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,330 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $41,200
- 2024 Average Net Price: $23,624 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 55.74% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 685 99.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 56.21%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 21.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 10.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 36.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1144
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 718
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,834
- Room & Board: $14,800 annual estimate
Centenary College of Louisiana: what the data shows
Common questions about Centenary College of Louisiana, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Centenary College of Louisiana?
Centenary College of Louisiana is located in Shreveport, LA (ZIP 71104).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Centenary College of Louisiana public or private?
Centenary College of Louisiana is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Centenary College of Louisiana cost?
Published tuition: $41,200.
Average net price after aid: $23,624.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,493 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,831 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,942 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,412 |
| $110,001+ | $29,862 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $164,800.
How hard is it to get into Centenary College of Louisiana?
Admission rate: 55.74%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1144 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Centenary College of Louisiana?
Total enrollment: 685 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 718 students.
Graduate enrollment: 19 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Centenary College of Louisiana?
150%-time completion rate: 56.21%.
First-year retention: 70.2%.
What do graduates of Centenary College of Louisiana earn?
Median earnings: $42,821 six years after entry; $50,330 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
44.84% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Centenary College of Louisiana known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (40 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (27 completions)
- Psychology, General (12 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (7 completions)
- Neuroscience (5 completions)
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General (5 completions)
- Music, General (5 completions)
- Accounting (5 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (3 completions)
- French Language and Literature (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Centenary College of Louisiana a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 55.74%; completion rate 56.21%; median earnings $50,330 at 10 years; net price $23,624. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$41,200
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Centenary College of Louisiana was $41,200.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$23,624
2024 Value
In 2024 Centenary College of Louisiana had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $23,624.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$94,496 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$23,624 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$164,800 4-Year Tuition
$14,800 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$57,300 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$229,200 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Centenary College of Louisiana.
Financial Aid by Income Level
44.84% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
69.35% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Centenary College of Louisiana was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Centenary College of Louisiana in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $30,740 | $30,740 | $18,296 |
| 2014 | $33,500 | $33,500 | $21,734 |
| 2015 | $33,900 | $33,900 | $25,112 |
| 2016 | $35,430 | $35,430 | $22,932 |
| 2017 | $35,900 | $35,900 | $24,704 |
| 2018 | $36,580 | $36,580 | $25,449 |
| 2019 | $37,310 | $37,310 | $20,740 |
| 2020 | $38,060 | $38,060 | $22,672 |
| 2021 | $38,060 | $38,060 | $29,008 |
| 2022 | $38,820 | $38,820 | $22,729 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | $40,000 | $25,159 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
55.74% Acceptance Rate
1,834 Total Applicants
998 Students Admitted
255 First-Time Students Enrolled
25.55% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1144
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Centenary College of Louisiana reported total enrollment of about 685 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (52.4%), Black or African American (26.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (11.7%). About 44.84% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 21.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Centenary College of Louisiana in 2024 is 685 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 718 students. Graduate enrollment is about 19 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 52.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
47.93% 100% Completion Time
56.21% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 47.93% of students graduating from Centenary College of Louisiana completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 68% male / 32% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 22% male / 78% female
- Psychology, General: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Centenary College of Louisiana.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$50,330 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
53.65% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
432.62% Return on Investment
5.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Centenary College of Louisiana.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 22 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 40 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 27 completions
3. Psychology, General: 12 completions
4. English Language and Literature, General: 7 completions
5. Neuroscience: 5 completions
6. Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General: 5 completions
7. Music, General: 5 completions
8. Accounting: 5 completions
9. Communication and Media Studies: 3 completions
Most popular programs at Centenary College of Louisiana.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Centenary College of Louisiana graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Centenary College of Louisiana from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 36.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,808
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,660
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Centenary College of Louisiana is a private non-profit institution located in Shreveport, LA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 685 students. Student body composition includes White (52.4%), Black or African American (26.4%), Hispanic or Latino (11.7%). The admission rate is 55.74%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1144. The 150%-time completion rate is 56.21%. Approximately 44.84% of students receive Pell Grants. About 21.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Shreveport, LA 71104
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Centenary College of Louisiana provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Centenary College of Louisiana located?
Centenary College of Louisiana is located in Shreveport, LA.
What is Centenary College of Louisiana's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Centenary College of Louisiana is 55.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,834 applicants and 998 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Centenary College of Louisiana cost?
Reported tuition is $41,200 and average net price is $23,624 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,800 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Centenary College of Louisiana?
Centenary College of Louisiana reports undergraduate enrollment of about 718 students, White (52.4%), Black or African American (26.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Centenary College of Louisiana?
About 21.8% of students at Centenary College of Louisiana are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Centenary College of Louisiana?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Centenary College of Louisiana reports midpoint SAT about 1144 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Centenary College of Louisiana earn?
Median earnings are $42,821 six years after entry and $50,330 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Centenary College of Louisiana?
The 150%-time completion rate is 56.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Centenary College of Louisiana students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Centenary College of Louisiana public or private?
Centenary College of Louisiana is a private nonprofit institution located in Shreveport, LA.
Is Centenary College of Louisiana an HBCU?
No. Centenary College of Louisiana is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Centenary College of Louisiana a tribal college?
No. Centenary College of Louisiana is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Louisiana college costs
- Louisiana colleges by ROI
- Shreveport, Louisiana city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Louisiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.